An overview of the role played by federalism in anti-poverty policy and in poverty law.

In one of the most provocative books ever published on America's social welfare system, economist Janet Currie argues that the modern social safety net is under

The rising poverty and unemployment rates triggered by the recession are stark reminders of the need for a secure social safety net. Such programs should provid

America's Health Care Safety Net explains how competition and cost issues in today's health care marketplace are posing major challenges to continued access to

This is an edited volume reviewing the major means-tested social programs in the United States. Each author addresses a major program or area, reviewing each ar